Music
This singer told us to “get in formation” years before it became a catchphrase with her 2003 hit “Crazy in Love.”
Who is Beyoncé
This sitcom followed a teenage girl named Raven who could see into the future.
What is That’s So Raven?
This social networking site let users rank their friends in a “Top 8.”
What’s is MySpace?
This low-rise denim trend had everyone showing off their bedazzled belts and layered tank tops.
What are low-rise jeans?
This toy craze involved collecting tiny colorful rubber bands and making bracelets to trade with friends.
What are Silly Bandz?
This rapper’s debut album Get Rich or Die Tryin’ featured the hit song “In da Club.”
Who is 50 Cent?
This hit sitcom starred Tia Mowry and Tamera Mowry as identical twins separated at birth.
What is Sister, Sister?
This iconic flip phone from Motorola was one of the most popular cell phones of the mid-2000s.
What is the Motorola Razr?
This velour tracksuit brand was a favorite of celebrities like Paris Hilton and became a Y2K fashion staple.
What is Juicy Couture?
This Disney Channel movie gave us the Wildcats and the song “We’re All in This Together.”
What is High School Musical?
This R&B singer had everyone confessing their feelings with his 2004 hit “Confessions Part II.”
Who is Usher?
This BET music video countdown show was hosted by AJ and Free and became a staple after school.
What is 106 & Park?
This portable music player, introduced by Apple, allowed users to carry thousands of songs in their pocket.
What is the iPod?
These colorful rubber bracelets were worn by almost everyone in the mid-2000s and often stacked up the arm.
What are silicone wristbands?
This phrase was made famous by Paris Hilton and became one of the most iconic catchphrases of the 2000s.
What is “That’s Hot”?
This duo sang “Hey Ya!” and won over fans with their album Speakerboxxx/The Love Below.
Who is OutKast?
This sitcom centered on a loving Black family led by Michael Kyle, played by Damon Wayans.
What is My Wife and Kids?
Before smartphones took over, many people used this instant messaging service, known for away messages and chat sounds like “You’ve got mail!”
What is AOL Instant Messenger (AIM)?
This type of handbag, often carried under the arm, became iconic thanks to stars like Britney Spears and Jessica Simpson.
What is a shoulder bag (or baguette bag)?
This handheld gaming system from Nintendo featured games like Nintendogs and Mario Kart DS.
What is the Nintendo DS?
Before launching a solo career, this singer was a member of the girl group Destiny’s Child alongside Beyoncé and Kelly Rowland.
Who is Michelle Williams?
Before becoming a movie star, Tyler Perry introduced this outspoken grandmother character in stage plays and television.
Who is Madea?
This video-sharing website launched in 2005 and became famous for viral clips and homemade videos.
What is YouTube?
Worn over jeans, these skirts and dresses created one of the most recognizable and questionable fashion trends of the 2000s.
What are dresses or skirts worn over jeans?
This dance movie franchise launched in 2006 and featured Channing Tatum in the first film.
What is Step Up?